Monday, August 29, 2022

Our Overland Van Tour - What We Use and Why On a Budget - Pros and Cons ...


You all have been asking that we do a van tour so here you go!
In this episode we go over why we selected the Ford Transit with a low roof.

We go over the vents, the mesh doors, our power needs, our bathroom, gear and so on.

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Saturday, August 27, 2022

Heavy Rain, Storms and Flooding Change Our Plans - The Highest Sand Dun...


In the final part of the Summer 2022 Road Trip, Susie and Luke have to make some difficult decisions.

Heavy Rain, Storms, Lightning and Flooding are going to change Everything!

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

The RIGHT Way to Seam Seal a Tent or Tarp and Make Repairs - Seam Sealin...


Seam Sealing is one of those events that most of those who are involved in the outdoors will have to at least entertain the idea of at some point and time.

A lot of people really hate the process and in fact, there are web sites, videos, reddit pages dedicated to just how terrible the process is.

Why do so many people hate it so much?

Simple answer - it takes time, it can be insanely messy if you do it incorrectly or if you use one of those brush attachments that are often included….and once you have it on your hands, it can be difficult to remove.

In other words, if you don’t know what you are doing, it SUCKS! If you know what you are doing, it can actually be fun.

What I’m going to show you today is a method that I’ve developed over the years and it works incredibly well. Anytime that I have to seam seal a tent either because it didn’t come seam taped from the company or because it has developed a leak this is the process that I use.

It is the simplest, least messy, and does an excellent job of making the shelter waterproof once again.
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Seam Sealer -

Tip : Depending on the material that you are seam sealing, you will need different types of Sealer - In this case, the tent features SilNylon so a Silicone seam sealer is required

Tip : Some sealer’s can be diluted but I tend not to do this as I have personally had better experiences with nondiluted applications. To each their own….

Acid Brush - some seam sealers that you can buy will come with one of these, they are safe to use. Other kits involve a brush head….those are complete pieces of crap and will make the biggest mess. Do not use them! Acid brushes are also called Flux brushes.

Syringes with Curved Tip - often referred to as a dental Irrigation syringe - These run about $4 for one, or $5 for 4 or 5 of them.

Tip : These have a rather small tip opening - if you feel that not enough is coming out, you can use a pair of scissors or your knife to cut the tip to make it larger.

Optional : Latex or Vinyl Gloves

Tip : Latex gloves have superior resistance to tear, puncture and are also more waterproof because it is easier to control the level of microholes, therefore safer for risk jobs eg with biological material. Vinyl gloves, being devoid of natural proteins, can also be used by people allergic to latex proteins but can’t be used in all medical situations.

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Seam Sealing Instructions :

It is vital that you do this on a beautiful day in dry calm conditions. If you are going to do this outside, make sure there isn’t a chance of rain or you can really mess this up.

If there is a chance of wind, DO NOT DO IT! You don’t want the sealer moving when you are doing this - any sort of major Fluctuations could cause issues with the curing in the way that it adheres to the materials.

remember, seam tape goes on the inside of a tarp or tent, seam sealing goes on the outside. It’s never the other way around.

Only seam seal in temps above 60F or the sealer may not cure correctly.

Steps :

Clean surface and dry if need be.
 
Apply a thin bead over the seams on the outside of the tent or tarp.

Use the acid brush to spread sealer over the stitching making sure to provide complete coverage.

Once you have completed the sealing, you will need 3 - 6 hours depending on the conditions for it to cure.

Do not do anything to the shelter until it is completely dry…..when you think it's dry, wait another hour or two…the longer that it can sit and cure, the better the application will be. If you don’t wait long enough and if it doesn’t cure properly, you can have issues with stickiness, degradation of the sealer and so on.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Budget Friendly - 3F UL 2022 Gear Lanshan 1 Pro Tent - First Look and Th...


This is a tent that many have been asking about and today, Luke is getting around to beginning his testing (about time....you'll see why in the video).

This is a first look and preview of the popular 3FUL Gear Lanshan 1 Pro Tent.
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3FUL Gear Lanshan 1 Pro Tent - First Look 

What it is :
The Lanshan Pro 1 tent is a budget friendly ultralight trekking pole tent from the Chinese company 3F UL Gear.  It’s a single wall tent, has one door, one vestibule and is a pyramid style shelter. 

Who is 3F UL Gear : 3F UL is a Chinese company that has been around for about 10 years and since that point in time they have earned a rather positive reputation.  I’ve heard about them for a long time now and have been asked, why haven’t I reviewed their products?

Great question.  Simple answer, too many tents, and too little time.  With that being said, now it is their turn to face my critical but fair attention.  

This is my first experience with them and I’m excited to see what all the raving is all about. 


Components Included
Storage bag
9 tent stakes 
3 Guy line 
Repair patch
Seam sealing Syringe 
Seam sealing 

Price : $169 for the 3 season option, $179 for the 4 season - these are the prices from the 3F UL web site; you can also purchase these tents from AliExpress for similar pricing. 

Colors : Green, Grey, Khaki

Options :
3 Season with a mesh inner or a 4 season version with a fabric inner. 

Dimensions Stored
13.5” long x 5.9” wide 

Dimensions Setup
90” long - 31” wide - 49” tall

Materials :
Fly - 20D super tear resistant SilNylon - 2000mm rating - Silicon Impregnated 
Inner - 20D Nylon Mesh - the 4 season version features a 13D Nylon 
Floor - 20D PU Nylon with waterproof 6000mm
YKK Zippers  
Duraflex Buckles 

Weight : 1.8lbs 

Versions
Lanshan 1, Lanshan 2 - those are double wall tents from what I understand. 

Comparing the Pro to the regular models, the Pro is a bit longer, wider, taller and is lighter weight.  If you are above 5’ 10”, the pro model is definitely going to be the model for you.  With that being said, make sure to pay attention to the sizing to ensure that the dimensions will work for you.

The materials are different - the Pro features silicon impregnated materials and the regular features silicon treated materials - these are two different processes and there are differences between the two.  This really could be a video on its own but briefly here are some points to consider;

Impregnated nylon, silnylon is stronger than a nylon that has been treated with silicon and it doesn’t age as fast as treated nylon.  Treated nylon can be seam taped so seam sealing isn’t required.  SilNylon isn’t as waterproof as silicon treated nylon either. 

Pro Impressions and thoughts so far
-The quality from the get-go looks to be very good.
- Impressively small size
- Impressive weight 
- re-enforced points
- good amount of space for a 1 person tent 
- price is very good for the materials and weight
- setup is rather easy to pitch 
- good pitch - no initial sagging 
- LOVE the Color

Con Impressions and Points  :

Ordering from the 3F UL site is a bit confusing.  

Seams have to be sealed - I only mentioned this as a con because some people simple don’t want to do it.  

Coming up soon, I will have a setup video as well as a seam sealing instruction video.  I’ll show you have to go about seam sealing this tent which will apply for any tent - my method is the easiest, most straightforward, very neat and not messy at all.  

Once the seam sealing is done, I’ll move to the rain waterproof testing and we’ll see what this tent is capable of.
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Saturday, August 20, 2022

⛈️ Thunder & Lightning - Caught Out in a Violent Colorado Storm While Of...


As a cold front pushes into the Mountains of Colorado, Luke is out for an adventure and this time, he's in a Tarp Shelter that he quickly set up and fleeing the top of the mountain.

Heavy Rain, lots of lightning are battling against Luke as he questions whether or not this Tarp Shelter can handle the Severe Weather Assault in this Wild Camp Adventure.

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Classic A-Frame Tent - After 40+ Years - Eureka Timberline 2 Tent - Fir...


In this episode, Luke is taking a first look at the Legendary Timberline Tent; this has been around for more than 40 years and while the materials and design has been modernized, the heart of the A-Frame tent lives on.

This is a first look and preview of the Eureka Timberline 2 Tent.
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Eureka Timberline 2 Tent - First Look and Preview

What it is : What I have here today is the Legendary A-Frame Timberline 2 tent; from what I understand, the Timberline series has been around for around 40 years - 

While I say they are legendary, I have to admit that I am rather new to the Timberline Series; naturally I’m familiar with A Frame tents but until recently I wasn’t aware of this specific Eureka line up.

A viewer of the channel changed that and in fact, ordered this tent so that I can review it for you all.  Lauren, thank you very much my friend!

I hope you are well and are staying safe.


Materials :
Inner Body Fabric - 75D 185T polyester taffeta breathable
Rainfly Fabric - 75D 185T polyester taffeta 800 mm
Mesh - 40D polyester no-see-um
Floor Fabric -75D 210T polyester taffeta 800 mm
Aluminum Poles
Steel tent stakes
800mm hydrostatic head rating

Dimensions Packed : 6” x 24”

Dimensions Set Up :  86 in x 63 in - 42” tall

Weight : 6lbs 10oz

Price : $220

Versions
There are a number of versions of this tent including the Timberline 2 that I have here.  

There is Timberline 4 person, there is the more modern designed Timberline SQ XT versions which feature more mesh ano a slightly different top pitch; that’s available in 2 and 4 person sizes.

Then there is SQ Outfitters Versions, those are available in 4 person and 6 person.

Add-on :
There is a vestibule Add-on available for this tent, it costs $65

Notable Features :
5 poles
2 doors
Partial over the top fly and along with internal fly door - this is a feature that I always worry about as generally this style of tent has issues with leaking.  

Thoughts and Impressions :
Worried about the lower waterproof rating - Eureka states it is 800 for the standard Timberline tent and 1000 for the XT line.  800 is low.  Even 1000mm is considered low.  Even the floor for the tent is 800 and that’s unheard of in a modern tent.

I’m also worried about the weather resistance capabilities of this tent due to the internal fly at the doors.

For such legendary tents, there is very little about these tents on YT; I found that rather surprising.  With that being said, I have seen plenty of reports from owners who have had these shelters for over 40 years and there is a lot of love for these shelters online
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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Heavy Rain and Storms - WILL IT LEAK? Pomoly StoveHut 70 2.0 Waterproof ...


The previous version of this tent was taken off of the market thanks to The Outdoor Gear Review;

This is the new and improved Pomoly StoveHut 70 2.0 tent - is it going to leak or did the company solve the problems?
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Sunday, August 14, 2022

Brutal Heat and Death - Overlanding in South Dakota - Intense Heat & Win...


In this Adventure, TOGR is heading out West and their focus for the first week is South Dakota!

Beautiful landscapes, Brutal Heat, Death and More Await.

Every single aspect to this adventure is planned on the fly and as you will see, no one could have foreseen what was coming our way!

This is part 1 of a 3 part adventure.

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022

This Price is REALLY Hard to Beat - OneTigris Featherlite UL Quilt - Review


Interested in seeing a budget friendly Quilt that you can use in the warmer months?

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OneTigris Featherlite UL Top Quilt

What it is : This is a lightweight, highly compressible 3 season quilt that is also very budget friendly. The company focuses on this being used in a hammock but in truth it works just as well on the ground.

Agenda Free Link OT https://www.onetigris.com/us/featherlite-ul-top-quilt.html

Agenda Free Link Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/OneTigris-Featherlite-Ultralight-Sleeping-Quilt/dp/B07TX14FQJ

Temp Rating : 41F

Materials : 20D Ripstop Nylon outer shell with 380T polyester pongee lining, and SEE polyester filling

I did some searching to learn more about the SEE polyester insulation and couldn’t come across any information.

Available Colors : OD Green outside and black inside

Available Sizes : One

Size Measurements : 6.5’ x 2.8’ wide

Measurements Stored : 13.7” x 7.8”

Weight : 2.4lbs for quilt and bag - bag weighs 3.1oz

Price : $83 on the OT web site, $76 on Amazon
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Features :

Hook and loop clasp system
Vertical and horizontal baffles
Enclosed foot box
Drawstring at the top

My Testing :
I’ve been testing this product out since the spring and have been able to use this in temps down to 38f.

With warm clothing you can use this down 40f or even lower. With that being said, for lower temps a good sleeping pad with an higher r rating will be needed or if in a hammock, a good underquilt will be required.

Talking about clothing, at 40f, you’ll likely want a long sleeve shirt, some thermals, good socks, and hat. If you run cold, you might even want a jacket.

Review Pros
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Very good quality especially for the money - no issue when it comes to the construction
Perfectly Suited for summer time use.
Very warm with temps down to 50F
Insulation does a good job of lofting
Quilt materials are comfortable against the ski, silky.
Weight is very reasonable for an $85 quilt with synthetic insulation
Quilt is compressible - packs up well.
Looks awesome (subjective)
Versatile as you are able to cover up as much as you like or uncover as needed.
Can be used in a hammock or on the ground
Foot box is warm and comfortable.

Review Cons :
The Nylon Stuff sack that comes with this quilt is close to being complete garbage. While the size is good the compression straps and the related hardware is of the poorest quality. The straps themselves come loose and I have given up on using them. The hardware holds tension but as soon as you take the tension off, the straps will come out of the hardware.
If the back closures are in place, this is going to be tight for larger individuals. Luckily for most people since this is a warmer weather quilt won’t have to worry about even fooling with the closures.
Speaking of the closurers, if they are in place, it can be difficult to get into and out of the quilt.

Summary :
For the money, this is a really good warm weather quilt. Works great in a hammock or on the ground, the overall quality is very good.

Make sure to check the measurements to ensure that it is going to work for you.

Storage bag pretty much sucks….but gets the job done.

In the end, I can easily recommend this quilt, for the money it offers a good value and warmth capability.
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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

What Were They Thinking? - NatureHike Gabled Tail Tarp Vehicle Awning Kit


Today Luke is going over his thoughts and impressions of the NatureHike Gabled Tail Tarp Awning Kit.

My Questions is this;

Why is this so Expensive?

This is a Tarp Awning kit that can be used with your vehicle, while out camping, with your RV and so on.
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NatureHike Gabled Car Tail Tarp

What it is : This is an awning kit that can be used with your vehicle, while out camping, with your RV and so on. According to the company this is designed for 4 - 6 people.

Agenda Free Link NH Web Site : https://www.naturehike.com/collections/best-sellers/products/naturehike-outdoor-truck-canopy-sun-shade-portable


Agenda Free Link AliExpress : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256802745310525.html

Price : Retail price according to the NH web site is $286. On sale at the time of filming for $200.

AliExpress price is only $105 which is a massive difference.

Size Setup : 232.3 (19ft 4”) x 133.9” (11ft 2”)
Storage Size : 26.8” x 6.7” x 6.3”

What’s included :
- 86.6in galvanized iron tube canopy pole x2
- 74.8in galvanized iron tube canopy pole x1
- Ground stakes x9
- Guy Lines x7

Materials :
Unfortunately the NH site contradicts itself as far as the materials go. They state that the tarp is made from a 150D Oxford and they also state a 50D encrypted Oxford cloth fly and iron tube poles
3000mm Hydrostatic Rating

Weight : 13.2lbs

Impressions :
Quality - stitching, construction?
Setup
Stakes? Are they long enough?
Size?
Shape?
Issues?

Materials Impressions :
With this being made from an Oxford cloth which is a polyester, there is a very cheap feel to the material. For $300 retail, I would be upset with the purchase; that’s a premium price for a very cheap material.

For the sale price of $200, it’s still a hard sale especially when you can pick this up on AliExpress for $100. $100 for the poles and an Oxford cloth tarp, that makes a lot more sense to me.

By the way, if you aren’t familiar with Oxford cloth, I’m happy to tell you a bit about it. It is most known for being a material that clothing such as shirts is made from. While oxford cloth use to be made from cotton, it is now made primarily from polyester.

You will find that most outdoor products that are made from Oxford cloth to be on the cheap side; I’ll be frank, the biggest pieces of $hit are made from this material and in general, I would recommend staying away from Oxford cloth products; not all products are going to be garbage but a lot are and you have to be careful with what you purchase. Again, not all Oxford clothing products are going to be bad, but most are!

Oxford tents and tarps are generally exceptionally inexpensive; for an example, you can purchase massive tarps for $40 or so…which makes the price of this setup a problem. If this was made from nylon, I could see the $200 making sense, but for an Oxford material, this seems highly overpriced. The Aliexpress price seems much more reasonable.
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Saturday, August 6, 2022

Kicked Out and Rained Out - Coast Bound The Movie - Overlanding and Back...


In this TOGR Movie, Luke and Susie are hitting the road with no plans and ultimately arrive at the Coast of NC.

This is the Coast Bound Movie which includes every single part of Susie and I’s Spring 2022 Road Trip.

In Part 1 we drive across the state in our Ford Transit Van and camp in a variety of places along the way!

In Part 2 we backpack and camp next to an Active military base! You like fighter Jets Right?

Then in Part 3, Susie and I continue our overlanding adventure but this time, in the Rain and Wind.

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

🕷 SPIDER - $64 for a Winter Capable Stove? - South Korean Kovea Spider S...


This is a Multi-Season Canister Stove from the South Korean company known as Kovea!

In this Agenda Free Review Luke is going over his Pros and Cons and what he likes and doesn't about this fairly expensive stove.

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The Korean Kovea Spider Stove 

What it is : The Spider stove from Kovea is an iso-butane system that was designed for use in not only warm conditions but cold conditions as well.

This stove can be inverted, it will run on liquid gas and guess what, it really works well!

Kovea
Haven’t heard of this South Korean company before?  You may not have heard of them but you likely have used or in the least seen one of their stoves and didn’t even know it. 

This company makes stoves for other companies as well;

MSR is an example.  Snow Peak is too.


Weight :
Full Kit - 7oz 
Just the Stove - 6oz

Cost : $66 on Amazon at the time of filming.  The price of this stove has gone up over $20 in the last year or so….

Materials : Primarily Stainless steel 

BTU’s : 5,633 BTU’s

What’s included :
Stove - Storage bag - Ignitor

Features

Foldable legs
Adjustable flame all the way down to simmer
Anti-flare tube
Low center of gravity makes the stove very stable

Cold Weather Use :
An incredible viewer sent this stove in for testing, Michael, thank you brother!  It was right at the end of winter here so my testing in the cold has been rather limited; I did get it out into the low 20’s for a camping trip and roared when the fuel can was inverted.  In cold temps, the hose is rather stiff.

The stove features a pre-heat loop that is close to the burner head and that allows the stove to run on liquid gas in cold conditions.  It heats the liquid fuel and vaporizes it.

You fire up the stove, turn it to low, allow the pipe to warm for around 30 seconds, invert gas can and you’re good to go. 

It has to be lit in when in the normal position; if you attempt to lite it when inverted you will experience a fireball….you don’t want this.

Note : Not all stoves with a similar design can be inverted; do not invert a stove that you specifically do not know was designed to be inverted.  If you do, you’re going to have a very bad day.

Pros so Far :
Excellent quality stove
Very good design - speaking of which, this is a product that hit the market in 2012 and it hasn’t changed in any sort of meaningful way.
Very reliable so far
Very good performance - I have yet to be in a situation where I could complain and that’s in cold weather as well as warm conditions. 
Very stable - locking legs are awesome
Cold weather performance has been excellent with my limited use.
There are a number of adaptors that can be purchased so that different types of fuel can be used - for an example, there is a Butane adaptor and a propane bottle adaptor.
Excellent adjustability - you can simmer or go all out. 
Stove folds up small enough

Cons so Far :
The Kovea web site is shockingly scant when it comes to

Piezo Ignitor is a weak point; I’ve seen plenty of reports of people having issues, I’ve seen videos on YT of individuals having issues….have I had problems getting the stove to ignite with this?

Yes, it simply isn’t that good.

Tip : Add a bic lighter to your stove kit and if anything, use the included Ignitor as a backup…

Tip : Go flow on the stove, get the Ignitor directly to the burner head and go.  That gives the best chance of ignition.

Not the lightest stove - there are systems out there that weigh much less. 

Rather poor wind resistance. 

BTU’s on this stove are a bit low when compared to the competition.  Does that really make a difference?  No, when you are out in the field on your adventure, you will not notice a minute longer to boil. 

Pot supports aren’t exceptionally grippy 

Small head doesn’t provide the best for cooking meals; stoves with a larger head will spread the heat over a larger area.  

Included instructions are in Korean which needs to be corrected for safety reasons.  
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Monday, August 1, 2022

Very Different! - Force Protector Gear (FPG) - Military Field Blanket an...


Today Luke is discussing a very interesting Tarp that initially was a military product that has since been altered to become a civilian overlanding tarp!

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Force Protector Gear - Military Field Blanket and Tarp System - FOR97

What it is : two-layer ThermaShield Field Blankets. Due to its light weight, symmetrical shape, and sheer performance, the FOR97 is the go-to if camouflage is not needed. With thousands in service this Field Blanket has protected soldiers and saved lives on the battlefields and made camping and adventures here at home a cozy endeavor. Attach it to your vehicle, make a hide, or keep warm by the fire making S'mores. The choice is yours.

The US Military describes this as follows : An item used to pack the camouflage screen system or camouflage support system for movement and storage


Field Blanket Stats :

Price : Retail $400 - $394 to be exact.
With this being a military product, you can find it for a lot less as surplus.  I paid $80 for mine. 

NSN : 1080-01-644-8198

Field Blanket Dimensions: 112” L x 72” W
Total Weight: 3lbs 10oz
Pouch Dimensions: 10.5” L x 7” W x 2.5” D
Pouch Capacity: 184 cubic inches (3 liters)
1000D Cordura
FPG DesertCloth
FPG Reflectec
FPG SmartClips
Water resistant YKK Zipper
Military Grade Snaps, Hook and Loop, and Thread

Versions :
There is a Multicam version of this product, it is the FOR112.

There are other versions of this blanket including a 3 layer version and a X-Lite version. 

There are also civilian versions of this product that are called shade panels - I will be honest, the FPG site is a mess, it is confusing and the company needs to do a better job of explaining what these products are and how they are different. I’ve noticed that for shade panels, they are often called field blankets and there are other issues which make trying to figure out what you are looking at confusing. 

Features
Finding clear information about what Thermashield does isn’t as straight forward as it should be; the links on the FPG don’t work and they don’t actually come out and say what it does which I find to be weird.  

Thermashield according to the claims that I have seen elsewhere online state this;

heat reflecting capability makes chilly sporting events nice and cozy in the stands.
Make a shelter at the beach or protect your family in emergencies, both winter and summer.
Makes great stand-alone shelter when camping or to reduce the temperature in your tent.
Coyote DesertCloth® on one side, Reflectec® (silver) on the other.
Lives by the ThermaShield family tenants which are: Keep you warm when it’s cold. Cool when it’s hot. Dry when it’s wet.

The most impressive aspect to this material that isn’t made obvious is that it prevents radiant heat from coming through the material so if you set this up as a sun shade, the Thermashield reflects the heat of the sun instead of allowing radiant heat to come through the material like a normal tarp or sun shade.

12x Gromolon anchoring and pole attachment points
4xSmartClips with "Quiet Housings" for no-knot fixing to objects or vehicles
12x double sided MILSPEC snaps for attachment to multiple blankets
Fire resistant to CPAI-84
100% UV blocking
Wind proof
Highly water resistant
Hook and Loop I.D. placements
Effective treatment for shock during the Golden Hour of transport
Reduces cold injuries
Reduces heat injuries
Stand-alone shelter/shade
Vehicle based shelter/shade
Expedient litter
Thermal signature mitigation
Modular : Blankets can be snapped together making shelter size as needed.
Berry Amendment Compliant
Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty
Made in the USA
Pouch:
Pouch is the FOR88.
Compatible with MOLLE or PALS attachment systems
Simple divider can separate contents
Drain hole in the bottom for maritime use
Sturdy water resistant YKK Zipper with 550 Para Cord pull.
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